At Oceanstays, we believe the most meaningful holidays aren’t just about places - they’re about connection. That’s why we created the Oceanstays Artist in Residency program: a continuing series that brings together artists, stories and community in one powerful space.

Sunrise over Spooky. Fresh coffee in hand. Sand between your toes before breakfast.

We’re giving away a three-night coastal escape for up to four people at Spooky Beach Lodge, our stylish sunlit sanctuary in Angourie, perched just across the road from the iconic Spooky Beach. Add in daily breakfast and coffee from the much-loved Bay St Local café-meets-general-store just down the road, and you’ve got the perfect little winter reset, on us.

They say time flies when you’re having fun. In Yamba, it doesn’t fly - it floats. It drifts. It meanders past your morning coffee, slows down at the shoreline and eventually forgets what day it is altogether.

Welcome to Yamba time, where five nights feels like just the beginning.

This July and August, we’re inviting you to slow down, stay longer, and soak it all in—with 10% off when you book 5 nights or more at any Oceanstays property.
Use the code YAMBATIME at checkout when you book direct at oceanstays.com.au.

When the chill sets in and the crowds clear out, Yamba and Angourie quietly reveal their best side. The sun still shines. The coffee still flows. And the whales? They’re just getting started.

At Oceanstays, we’re proud to be Yamba’s most trusted, most loved and most hands-on holiday property manager - delivering beautiful stays for guests and exceptional returns for owners.

Think of this as your holiday cheat sheet—minus the tourist traps and plus a few insider secrets. The Yamba Hit List is your one-page guide to doing this town properly: where to eat, sip, swim and sneak in a little boutique browsing between bakery stops.

The winter school holidays are the perfect excuse to stay just a little longer.

Book a minimum of three nights at any Oceanstays property and we’ll gift you an extra night free. That means more beach rambles, lazy mornings and unhurried evenings — the way holidays should feel.

Whether it’s a family break, a coastal escape or time to just be, our homes are ready with luxury linen, thoughtful touches and the kind of care you’ll feel the moment you arrive.

It’s official: winter is underrated.

Every July, the Clarence Valley bursts to life with the Grafton Racing Carnival—a brilliant blend of thundering hooves, high fashion, country charm and Champagne-in-the-sun energy. But here’s the trick savvy travellers know: the races are just the beginning. The real win? Making a weekend of it in Yamba or Angourie, where winter feels like a soft exhale and Oceanstays properties turn race recovery into a full-blown coastal holiday.

Just 10 minutes south of Yamba lies Angourie—a sleepy, stylish coastal pocket where Sunday mornings are less about alarms and more about finding the perfect poached egg.

Start your day at Aqua or Bay St Local, both loved for their laid-back charm, excellent coffee and locals who treat you like you’ve been coming for years. From there, it’s a short drive (or an even better walk) to Spooky Beach, where the rockpools glisten and the pace slows to Angourie Time.

Winter in Yamba doesn’t hibernate. It thrives. While the big cities brace for cold snaps and layered laundry, we start our Saturdays the way all weekends should begin: toes in sand, espresso in hand.

Kick off at the Kiosk at Main Beach, where locals and blow-ins gather for beachside breakfasts and ocean-watching. If you’re game, join the daily crew of ocean swimmers slicing through the mild 21°C winter sea. (Yes, it really is that warm.) Afterwards, towel off and treat yourself to a second coffee. You’ve earned it.

Picture this: it’s July. Your inbox is chaos, your scarf is damp, your fingers haven’t felt sunlight since Easter. And then—Yamba.

Here, winter days rarely drop below 20°C. The skies stay clear, the beaches are blissfully empty, and there’s just enough crisp in the morning air to justify one (but not two) jumpers. You can swim, surf, sunbathe, hike and sip wine outdoors without battling frostbite, gale-force winds or wet socks.

On Friday 25 April 2025, the Yamba community will gather to mark ANZAC Day—a solemn and significant occasion in Australia’s national story. The Yamba RSL Sub-Branch invites all residents, visitors and holidaymakers to take part in a day of respectful remembrance honouring the service and sacrifice of our armed forces.

Jetty, Kayaks, Full A/C, and Canal-Front Calm

20 Taine Court is the kind of Yamba escape that makes boat owners weep with joy. With its private jetty, you can launch your tinny, tie up your runabout, or just daydream about buying one over a cold beer on the balcony.

If you were thinking of a spontaneous Easter escape or a cheeky Anzac Day long weekend in Yamba… you’re a bit late to the party. We’re fully booked. Every house. Every night. Zero vacancy.

So if you're hoping for a sun-drenched, kid-friendly, beach-filled break in 2026, don’t wait. Get in touch now, and we’ll help you lock in the good stuff.

This Mother’s Day, we’re putting the stay into bouquet. Because Mum deserves more than brunch. She deserves sea breezes, crisp linen, and a whole home that smells faintly of eucalyptus and freshly brewed coffee.

Here’s a controversial opinion: not every holiday home needs to be dripping in designer furniture or sitting on top of a café strip to be iconic. Some places just nail the feeling. Like Bikini—our low-key cult favourite that Oceanstays guests keep quietly booking again (and again, and again).

If your calendar says April but your brain says “Surely it’s still February”, we hear you. Easter’s coming, the school holidays are days away and suddenly you're meant to be both relaxed and wildly organised at the same time.

Some places just get it right. Now & Then is one of them.

This freshly launched, beautifully spacious apartment sits high on Yamba Hill with an uninterrupted outlook over Convent Beach—and honestly, we could stop the description right there. But in case you need more convincing: it’s single-level (tick), has three generous bedrooms and two bathrooms (tick tick), and a big, open-plan living area that flows out onto a north-facing deck made for morning coffee, afternoon reads and sundowners with a view.

Looking for a proper beach break without the fuss? Marg’s at Brooms Head is quietly waiting—and she’s got sand on her doorstep.